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  • Back to the Basics – Part 2

    Back to the Basics – Part 2

      By:  Ken Tyler,   Sr. Laundry Industry Consultant Last week in Part 1 of Back to the Basics, we explored considerations necessary when purchasing new equipment or replacing systems in your facility.  Those considerations include the importance of knowing your needs, having an open mind and accepting input from others and the dangers of assuming. 

  • Back to the Basics-Part One

    Back to the Basics-Part One

    By:  Ken Tyler,   Sr. Laundry Industry Consultant When you need to replace your laundry systems, it’s time to get – back to the basics.  Whether you are mixing and matching components and manufacturers, this is what you should know when replacing a piece of equipment or systems in your facility. Know your needs.  Determine what you need in

  • Treat Customers Good, and Employees Better-Pt. 1

    Treat Customers Good, and Employees Better-Pt. 1

    By:  Ken Tyler,   Sr. Laundry Industry Consultant You may have heard that customers should come first. However, it’s also debatable that your employees should come first instead. They bring great value to your organization with skills and talent that can’t easily be replaced. Whether your employees are union or not, become familiar with Department of Labor Rules,

  • Tyler Answers Benchmarking / Inspection Inquiries

    Tyler Answers Benchmarking / Inspection Inquiries

      By:  Ken Tyler,   Sr. Laundry Industry Consultant Many thanks for the numerous comments I received regarding my articles,  Benchmarking Cost Textile Care Operations and Laundry Acquisition and Inspection Tips.  Benchmarking and laundry inspections are two areas in a laundry that can help or hinder a facility’s profitability. I continue to feel strongly that the

  • Laundry Acquisition and Inspection Tips

    Laundry Acquisition and Inspection Tips

    By:  Ken Tyler,   Sr. Laundry Industry Consultant Laundry equipment planning, acquisition and inspections are critical to every laundry.  Each facility should establish protocols for production, performance and quality expectations. Inspections should be conducted by the laundry manager or chief engineer as soon as new equipment is installed.  They should also take place on a routine

  • Benchmarking Cost Textile Care Operations

    Benchmarking Cost Textile Care Operations

    By:  Ken Tyler,   Sr. Laundry Industry Consultant Below you will find my benchmarking cost textile care operations for 2021.  The year 2021 was used because it takes several years to quantify and validate the results.  I encourage other industry associations to partake in similar studies since this information is important to the members of our

  • Getting Back to the Basics

    Getting Back to the Basics

    By Ken Tyler, Sr. Laundry Industry Consultant Things change every day but some things should always remain the same.  Today, with so much that has changed in our work environment, financial climate and interpersonal communications, I think it’s time to get back to basics.  Just something to think about. 1)   Laundry cost bench marks are

  • Tips on Planning a New Facility or Equipment Purchase 

    Tips on Planning a New Facility or Equipment Purchase 

    By Ken Tyler, Sr. Laundry Industry Consultant If you’re thinking about upgrading your facility, there are many things that you should consider prior to taking the leap.  Of course, you want any upgrade or purchase to add to its value.  One wrong move though, and that value-added could turn into a drain on your budget.